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AJ04 KNB

2004 Volkswagen Bora

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,266 mi
Last recorded155,266 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Bora92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 KNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 155,266 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 154,709 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 101,179 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 101,177 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 92,054 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 81,416 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 70,167 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 66,032 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 54,465 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 43,697 miles

Front pads low.

Rear pads low.

Fail 18 Nov 2008 43,697 miles

Front pads low.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear pads low.

Pass 23 May 2007 28,450 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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AJ04 KNB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ04 KNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ04 KNB registered?

AJ04 KNB is a 2004 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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